[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 116 (Thursday, August 1, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1440]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      RECOGNITION OF SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC

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                        HON. ANDREA H. SEASTRAND

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, August 1, 1996

  Mrs. SEASTRAND. Mr. Speaker, San Luis Obispo County a few years ago 
launched a strategic plan to diversify its economic base. One of the 
key playes was Pacific Gas Electric Co. which with local leaders and 
stakeholders forged a long-term community economic development plan.
  For its role, PG&E was recognized with the Edison Electric 
Institute's Common Goals Special Distinction Award for customer 
satisfaction. Tapan Monroe, PG&E's chief economist and manager of 
Community Economic Vitality Initiatives, came to Washington to receive 
the award from EEI President Thomas R. Kuhn in a Capitol Hill ceremony.
  PG&E and other San Luis Obispo County businesses and interests staged 
an unprecedented regional conference that drew more than 400 attendees. 
One result was the establishment of the San Luis Obispo County Economic 
Vitality Corporation, a nonprofit unit taked with creating jobs and 
increasing investment in the county.
  Dennis Hennessy, PG&E division manager, and his staff were involved 
in organizing the nonprofit corporation. PG&E continues to provide 
staff and consultant resources. PG&E employee Missie Hobson serves on 
the board and chairs the Community Preparedness Committee.
  I commend all the partners and their good work in the San Luis Obispo 
County. Congratulations to PG&E on winning the EEI Common Goals Award.

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